Rated 4.8 (1,226)
Altair Road Cycling Shoe
$79.95
$159.90
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Size Chart
US Men 5 - US Women 7 (EU 37)
Greg Burdette - Greenville, SC
I was honestly terrified these would be cheap plastic garbage at $79... I’ve been riding S-Phyres and wide-fit Sidis for years, so my expectations were through the floor. I took a gamble because of the 30-day guarantee. Man, was I wrong. The sole is brutally stiff, power transfer is immediate, and my toes aren't numb by mile 40 anymore. If you put a European logo on these, they’d sell for $350 all day long. Absolutely mind-blown.
Complete the Kit
Add Core Performance Socks for cooler, drier feet and a locked-in feel on every ride.
Focus on Every Detail
PACE ROAD
ROAD is our flagship racing line that combines scientific-guided designs with professional insights to help you pedal harder, race faster, and see clearer.
Efficient Power Transfer
Reinforced surround wrapping upper with tongue delivers glove-like fit for enhanced rigidity and stability, while the stiff nylon fiberglass composite sole and low stack height midsole promote maximum pedaling efficiency for optimal power transmission.
Ultimate Foot Security
Heel cup with anti-twist stabilization enhances foot hold during intense accelerations and sustained high-cadence efforts, while premium dial with power sboost cable guide provides perfectly even closure tension for secure and comfortable pedaling performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our products, shipping, returns, and more.
Do the shoes run true to size?
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They’re true to size for a performance fit. If you prefer a little more room (especially for longer rides or thicker socks), we recommend going ½ size up for a more comfortable feel. Use the size chart to match your foot length.
How do I clean and take care of the shoes?
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Air dry only. Avoid machine washing or high heat to protect the materials and maintain shape.
Which version should I choose: Road, MTB, or Flat Pedal?
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Choose based on your pedal setup:
- Road: 3-bolt cleats (LOOK / SPD-SL style)
- MTB/Gravel: 2-bolt SPD style (easier walking)
- Flat Pedal: no cleats—best for commuting, casual rides, and everyday wear
If you’re unsure, check your current pedals or send us a photo—we’ll point you to the right version.
How do I know the quality is worth it at this price?
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We focus on the details that actually matter on rides: a secure fit system, a stable platform, durable materials, and a clean finish that holds up over time. You’re paying for ride feel + longevity, not extra branding. If it isn’t what you expected, you’re covered by our return/exchange policy.
How long does shipping take?
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Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days. Delivery time depends on your location and the shipping option selected at checkout, but usually within 6-10 days. You’ll receive tracking as soon as your order ships.
Are these comfortable off the bike (walking, café stops, commuting)?
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MTB/Gravel models are designed to be walkable with a recessed cleat area and grippy tread.
Flat Pedal models are the most walk-friendly for daily wear.
Road shoes are optimized for pedaling efficiency, so they’re the least walkable (normal for road shoes).
Are these actually comfortable for longer rides?
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Yes—these are designed to stay comfortable on longer sessions with a stable platform, secure fit, and breathable upper. For extra comfort, most riders prefer ordering ½ size up.
Do you offer a warranty if something goes wrong?
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Yes. If there’s a manufacturing defect under normal riding use, we’ll make it right. Just contact us with your order number and a photo of the issue, and we’ll take care of you quickly.
How do I clean and take care of the shoes?
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Air dry only. Avoid machine washing or high heat to protect the materials and maintain shape.
How do I know the quality is worth it at this price?
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We focus on the details that actually matter on rides: a secure fit system, a stable platform, durable materials, and a clean finish that holds up over time. You’re paying for ride feel + longevity, not extra branding. If it isn’t what you expected, you’re covered by our return/exchange policy.
Are these comfortable off the bike (walking, café stops, commuting)?
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MTB/Gravel models are designed to be walkable with a recessed cleat area and grippy tread.
Flat Pedal models are the most walk-friendly for daily wear.
Road shoes are optimized for pedaling efficiency, so they’re the least walkable (normal for road shoes).
Do you offer a warranty if something goes wrong?
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Yes. If there’s a manufacturing defect under normal riding use, we’ll make it right. Just contact us with your order number and a photo of the issue, and we’ll take care of you quickly.
Rider Reviews
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Brian G.
- Finally—True Width in the Toe Box with Zero Heel Slip!
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United States
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September 15, 2026
I have a notoriously wide forefoot and a super narrow heel—a total nightmare for cycling shoes. Usually, to get enough room so my pinky toe doesn't lose circulation, I have to buy a size 45 when my length is a 44. Then my heel slips out during every out-of-the-saddle effort, and my cleat placement is totally messed up over the pedal axle. Took a chance on the Altair in my actual size (44) and it’s a revelation. The heel cup holds like glue, while the toe box feels like it was custom-molded to my foot. I can actually splay my toes and put down real power without that creeping numbness hitting at the 2-hour mark. Absolute masterclass in anatomical design.
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Carlos M.
- Absolute Lifesaver in 100°+ Heat. The Airflow Is Real.
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October 5, 2026
Riding in Tucson during July means your feet are basically cooking in an oven from the radiant asphalt heat. My old premium shoes felt like leather boots—zero airflow, massive sweat buildup, and awful hot spots by mile 30. The laser-perforated microfiber on these Altairs is on another level. You can literally feel the micro-climate shifting inside the shoe as soon as you pick up speed. The air flows directly across the top of the foot and exhausts out efficiently. Combined with the absolute rigidity of the sole platform, I didn't feel a single hot spot during a brutal 4-hour desert climb last weekend. For $79, this level of material engineering is honestly absurd
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Julian V.
- Exactly what I needed
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March 10, 2025
I’m that guy who used to look down on anything that didn’t cost $400 and come from an Italian heritage brand. I bought these out of pure curiosity because my riding buddy kept raving about Pace Bikes. I fully expected to return them within the 30-day window. Instead, my boutique carbon shoes are now sitting in the closet gathering dust. The micro-adjustable dual-dial system on the Altair lets me dial in micro-tension adjustments mid-interval with total precision. The material doesn't bloat or stretch under max sprint loads, and the construction quality is flawless. It completely shattered my cognitive bias that price equals performance in this industry.
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Derek C.
- This Sole Has Zero Flex.
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United States
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May 27, 2026
If you race crits, you know that any lateral flex in your sole is literally throwing away your placing on the final stretch. I weigh 190 lbs and put out over 1,300 watts in a sprint—I destroy cheap shoes. I was highly skeptical of the sole rigidity at this price point, but after 5 consecutive race weekends, I’m completely sold. The power platform is unyielding. When you jump out of the saddle to close a gap, the response is instantaneous forward momentum. Zero vertical twist, zero heel lift, just pure, brutal power transfer. They feel just as stiff as my old $450 race shoes but with a significantly more forgiving wide fit.
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Elena R.
- No Hot Spots or Numbness.
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United States
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August 23, 2026
My weekly goal is always a Saturday century, and historically, miles 70 to 100 have been pure agony for my feet. By hour four, my wide feet swell naturally, and standard shoes start acting like a vice grip, causing intense burning on the outer edges of my soles. The Altair’s dual-dial configuration saved my endurance season. Because it isolates the tension between the upper ankle and the lower forefoot, I can leave the lower dial slightly relaxed to accommodate the swelling while keeping my ankle perfectly locked down. I finished a 105-mile club run yesterday with completely fresh feet. No blisters, no burning, no numbness. Best endurance upgrade I've ever made.
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Arthur L.
- Super stylish. Super comfy. Worth every mile. 🚴♀️🔥
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United States
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June 1, 2026
I have early-stage bunions and a wide forefoot, and I was about ready to give up road cycling entirely because the pain was ruining the sport for me. Every mainstream shoe squeezed my metatarsal heads together, aggravating the joint until I was riding in tears. The Altair is the first high-performance shoe I’ve found that respects natural foot shape without looking like a clumsy orthopedic boot. It looks incredibly sleek and aggressive on the bike, but internally, it gives my first metatarsal joint the exact clearance it needs to stay neutral. I can ride pain-free for the first time in three years. Thank you, Pace Bikes, for fixing what the big brands ignore.
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Sam J.
- Riding Pain-Free with Bunions for the First Time in Years.
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United States
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March 15, 2025
A lot of shoes look great out of the box but look like absolute garbage after a few wet, gritty spring rides. I’ve put these Altairs through absolute hell over the last two months—torrential downpours, muddy detours, and road grit. The premium microfiber material is incredibly resilient. Unlike traditional leather or cheap synthetics that absorb road grime and stain permanently, these wipe clean with a damp microfiber cloth back to bright white. The dial mechanisms are fully sealed too; even after getting caked in road spray, they click smoothly without jamming. They are built to be ridden hard, not just pampered in a studio
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Liam S.
- Hello Happy Feet
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United States
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November 16, 2025
I recently transitioned from riding in casual flat-pedal shoes to a dedicated road setup, and everyone warned me about the 'break-in pain' of stiff carbon soles. I chose the Altair because of the wide toe box description and the friendly price point. It has been an absolute dream. The interior fabric feels incredibly smooth, with zero harsh stitching lines to rub against your skin. Even on my first long 50-mile group ride with the local club, my feet felt completely natural. It gives you all that professional, locked-in power feeling without making your feet feel like they’re trapped in a vice. Highly recommend to anyone stepping up their road game.
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Mike D.
- Lightweight and not too narrow!
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United States
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June 23, 2025
"I am incredibly picky about how tight my shoes are. With single-dial shoes, if I tighten it to keep my heel locked, my forefoot gets completely crushed. The dual-dial layout on the Altair completely solves this issue. The precision of the adjustment clicks is fantastic; you can back the tension off or crank it up by literally a millimeter at a time while rolling at 20 mph. I keep the lower dial comfortably relaxed to let my wide forefoot splay naturally, and I lock down the top dial to ensure absolute stability during hard out-of-the-saddle climbing efforts. The system distributes pressure perfectly across the instep with no painful binding.
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Quentin J.
- Accurate description of the product, no surprises!
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United States
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July 3, 2025
Riding indoors on Zwift is actually the ultimate test for shoe breathability because you don't get any natural ambient wind to cool your feet down. My old road shoes would be absolutely soaking wet with sweat after an hour on the smart trainer, leading to terrible skin friction. The ventilation design on these Altairs is top-tier engineering. The laser perforations along the microfiber upper act like an active exhaust system. Even during a brutal, high-intensity 90-minute indoor race with just a single floor fan running, my feet stayed remarkably dry and cool. If they can handle the indoor pain cave heat, they can handle anything.
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Aiden H.
- Great cycling shoes for the money.
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United States
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September 10, 2026
I bought these specifically for a mountain Gran Fondo featuring over 9,000 feet of climbing. Spending seven straight hours in a brand new pair of shoes is always a massive gamble, but the Altair outperformed every shoe I’ve ever owned. The anatomical toe box matches the natural expansion of your foot perfectly as the hours pile on. On the final brutal climbs of the day when everyone else was unbuckling their shoes to relieve pressure, my feet were perfectly content. The premium microfiber upper conforms smoothly without binding, and the sole transfer is as crisp on hour seven as it was on mile one
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Jason E.
- Comfortable and Functional — Great for Peloton Riders!
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October 2, 2025
I have incredibly flat feet combined with a very high instep, meaning most modern 'slender' European cycling shoes cut off the circulation on the top of my foot almost immediately. The Altair has an incredibly smart internal volume profile. It provides plenty of vertical clearance across the midfoot without feeling sloppy or loose. My custom orthotics slipped right into the shoe perfectly without crowding my toes against the top of the upper. It keeps my flat foot structured, stable, and perfectly aligned over the pedal axle without any painful hot spots. If you have hard-to-fit feet, stop searching
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Jake H.
- Really nice for the price point
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United States
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December 10, 2025
I absolutely love the clean, matte minimalist look of these shoes on the bike—they look like high-end boutique footwear. But what impressed me even more is the durability of the outer material. After 3,000 miles of hard riding, including dusty gravel detours and accidental shoe-to-tire rubs, there are zero scuffs or peeling edges. The upper material holds its structural tension beautifully and doesn't get floppy or saggy after getting wet. They clean up back to a factory-fresh bright white with a simple wipe down. It’s rare to find gear that looks this premium and actually holds up to real-world abuse
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Ian C.
- Great bike shoes at a great price
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United States
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December 4, 2025
Absolutely love my Pace cycling shoes. I wear these 3-4 times a week on a Schwinn indoor cycling bike. These cycle shoes fit true to size and are extremely comfortable. Very durable and extremely functional. Material allows foot to breathe while wearing. Shoes are available in a variety of colors, I actually have 3 different, the light gray, a black pair and a multi-color pair. For the quality and durability they are a great value and will be a pair of cycle shoes that last!
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Andrew F.
- Very comfortable cycling shoe
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in the
United States
on
January 4, 2026
I ride about 50 miles a week and simply couldn't justify dropping $350 on shoes just to get a stiff sole and a modern dial adjustment system. Pace Bikes has completely disrupted the market with this shoe. The Altair feels just as light, crisp, and high-performance as the elite setups the fast guys in our local group wear, but it leaves money in my bank account for race registrations, nutrition, and premium tires. The fit is incredibly accommodating for wider feet, the power transfer feels instantaneous, and the price is an absolute steal. Don't waste your money on big-brand markups.
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